Description
A delightful crustless caprese quiche salad that combines the flavors of fresh basil, tomatoes, and mozzarella in a light and fluffy quiche.
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9-inch pie dish with olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and heavy cream until well combined.
- Add salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to the egg mixture.
- Fold in the halved cherry tomatoes, diced mozzarella, and chopped basil.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the quiche is set and lightly golden on top.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with additional basil if desired.
Notes
- This dish can be served as a brunch, lunch, or light dinner option.
- Experiment with different cheeses such as feta or goat cheese for variation.
- Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: crustless caprese quiche salad recipe